Valavanthinadu Village - Kolli Hills, Namakkal
Valavanthinadu is a village situated in the Kolli Hills taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 35 km from Namakkal and around 56 km from Namakkal. Valavanthi Nadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Valavanthinadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valavanthinadu is 634622. The village covers a total geographical area of 1653.88 hectares and falls under the 637411 pincode. Kalappanaickanpatti is the nearest town.
Valavanthinadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Senthamangalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Valavanthinadu
As per Census 2011, Valavanthinadu village has a total population of 4,347 people, consisting of 2,203 males and 2,144 females. The village has 1,176 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 487 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,020 literate and 1,327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,836 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Valavanthinadu are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,347 | 2,203 | 2,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 272 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,836 | 1,937 | 1,899 |
| Literate Population | 3,020 | 1,672 | 1,348 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,327 | 531 | 796 |
Nearby Villages of Valavanthinadu
Valavanthinadu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Thinnanurnadu | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Ariyurnadu | East | 3.74 km |
| Karavallicombai R.f. | North | 4.77 km |
| Ariyursolai R.f. | North-East | 5.27 km |
| Jambuthu R.f. | South-West | 5.60 km |
| Valavandicombai | North-West | 5.89 km |
| Selurnadu | South | 6.09 km |
| Pallamparai | West | 7.18 km |
| Valappurnadu | East | 7.24 km |
| Naducombai | North-West | 7.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Valavanthinadu
Valavanthinadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lalapet, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Valavanthinadu is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valavanthinadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valavanthinadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Valavanthinadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valavanthinadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Valavanthinadu
Where is Valavanthinadu located?
Valavanthinadu village is located in Kolli Hills Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valavanthinadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Valavanthinadu is Valavanthi Nadu.
What is the pincode of Valavanthinadu?
The pincode of Valavanthinadu is 637411.
What is the population of Valavanthinadu?
Valavanthinadu has a total population of 4,347, including 2,203 males and 2,144 females.
How many households are there in Valavanthinadu?
There are 1,176 households in Valavanthinadu.
What is the literacy rate in Valavanthinadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valavanthinadu is 69.47%. Male literacy is 75.90% and female literacy is 62.87%.